CLIMBING FUYA FUYA
IN ECUADOR

Altitude: 4.290 m / 14074ft

Distance: 5km / 3.10mi

Duration: 1 Day

Date: All Year

Climbing Fuya Fuya in Ecuador is perfect for beginner mountaineers. Fuya Fuya is a 4290m high extinct volcano that is located 85km (53mi) north of Quito. Its name comes from the Kichwa Fuyu which means “cloud”, because its peaks are normally covered in condensed clouds. Climbing Fuya Fuya is very common to start in the world of mountaineering and trekking, plus it is excellent to start gaining acclimatization to climb other high mountains such as Cotopaxi, Cayambe, Antisana or Chimborazo. The most common route is to cross a steep grassland, cross through a part segmented by volcanic rock that does not require any type of technical level to finally reach the summit. From the summit you will be able to contemplate the most imposing mountains in the north of Ecuador such as Cayambe, Cotacachi and Imbabura as well as the old caldera where the Lagunas de Mojanda are now located with approximately 3.2km (2mi) in diameter. While climbing Fuya Fuya in Ecuador you will have the opportunity to take fantastic photographs, enjoy a great day of hiking and appreciating the Andes mountain range up close with its biodiverse ecosystem.

There are two main routes to reach the base of the Laguna Grande de Mojanda and start the hike. The first entrance is through Tabacundo, where we will need a 4×4 car to ascend to the top of the lagoons, then we will descend again to the base of Laguna Grande. The second entrance is made through the town of Otavalo, where we will have a path suitable for any vehicle, the difference is that by this path we arrive directly at the beginning of the route to the summit. The ascent is not very long but it is quite steep, which will make us gain a lot of height in a short time. Climbing Fuya Fuya is normally done in one day and every 4 passengers will have a certified mountain guide. If you travel alone, the ascent will be carried out only by the certified guide with the passenger. Come to live this incredible experience touring the Andes of Ecuador and reach the summit of this beautiful mountain surrounded by incredible peaks and lagoons.

DAY 1: Climbing Fuya Fuya in Ecuador

We will pick you up from your hotel or place of your choice at 06h00 in our private transport. We will have an hour and a half trip until we reach Otavalo, then we will begin our ascent towards the Laguna Grande de Mojanda where we will begin our hike. We will give some brief safety instructions and after approximately two and a half hours we will reach the summit of Fuya Fuya where we will enjoy the highlands that surround us, the Mojanda lagoons and we will see the neighboring giant volcanoes such as Cayambe, Imbabura, Cotopaxi and many others. We will descend from the summit in approximately one hour to our transport and we will have our return trip that will take approximately one hour and a half, so we will stop for lunch before leaving you again at the starting point at your preferred hotel or place of your choice.

MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT (INCLUDED):

• Helmet.
• Harness.
• Shared Equipment (rope, carabiners, cord). 

CLOTHING REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED):

Three layers of clothing for the legs and torso:
• Base layer: Thermal clothing for body and pants (usually made of synthetic material).
• Second layer: Warm jacket and pants, preferably water repellent (goose down, fleece or polar type).
• Third layer: Waterproof jacket and pants (in case of rain).
• An extra thermal or jacket (in case of extreme cold).
• Backpack between 25L and 35L.
• Gloves.
• Factor 4 sunglasses (with UV protection).
• Buff.
• Thick socks.
• Sunscreen.  

In case you do not have something from the list of personal clothing, Mauna Expeditions can provide you with the rental or sale of said accessories.

The services included in the cost of the program are:

✓ Registration and preparation for the best experience of your life.
✓ Guidance for the ascent with certified guides (ASEGUIM/UIAGM), one guide for every 4 people.
✓ Private door-to-door transportation for the entire day of the tour.
✓ Entry Permits. 
✓ Adventure video about the experience in the program.
✓ Mountain equipment (specified above).
✓ Lunch on the way down on the day of the ascent.
✓ Thermo of Mauna Expeditions.
✓ Buff of Mauna Expeditions.
✓ Lunch Box and hydration for the ascent.

The following services are NOT included in the cost of the program:

X Clothing and personal equipment.
X Airplane tickets.
X Hotel or hostel in Quito or place of preference.
X Life insurance or against some type of accident.
X Other expenses NOT specified in our program.
X Tips.

1 person: 
2 people: 
3-5 people: 
6-10 people: 
11-24 people:

To book a tour and set prices depending on the number of adventurers coming, please contact us CONTACT US.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION OF THE PROGRAM

To book the ‘ Climbing Fuya Fuya in Ecuador’ tour, Mauna Expeditions requires a payment of 25% of the cost of the program. Full payment must be made up to a maximum of two weeks before the start date of the tour. We do not send vouchers or confirmation messages until full payment for the program is made. Our team reserves the right to cancel the tour if the full payment is not made until the start date of the program.

The Mauna Expeditions team has put a lot of effort into organizing your program. Therefore, any cancellation must be made at least 21 days in advance. After 21 days, Mauna Expeditions may make a 50% refund depending on the cause of cancellation. Any cancellation notified less than 21 days from the start date of the program will be charged a penalty of 100% of the value of the program.

COSTS

Costs vary depending on the size of the group. A minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 24 people are required to make the ascent. For costs information please CONTACT US.

RECOMENDATIONS

Mountaineering is a high-risk sport, where we are exposed to conditions on extreme occasions. We do not recommend doing this activity for people with asthma or some kind of heart condition. The level of difficulty of the program is demanding and there is nothing that interests us more than your safety and that you enjoy our program without any external problem.